Technology Strategy Sr. Manager at Ford Motor Company Phoenix, AZ

Hong Kong Study Skills Research Institute; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

Flexible family care and parental leave

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discount program

Paid time off for community service

A generous holiday schedule

Job summary

Ford Motor Company is seeking a Technology Strategy Sr. Manager in Phoenix, AZ, to drive strategic initiatives and collaborative decision-making in technology management. The role emphasizes engagement with senior leaders, project evaluation, and alignment of technology with business goals.

The ideal candidate will possess 5+ years of relevant experience, including a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field. Key responsibilities include managing executive governance materials and assessing technology projects to foster innovation.

Ford offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, flexible family care, and paid time off, along with a commitment to diversity and equal opportunity in hiring.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in large IT organizations or management consulting.
• Experience developing and implementing technology strategies.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to distill complex information.

Responsibilities

• Engage with senior technology leaders to provide strategic insights.
• Manage preparation and delivery of materials for executive forums.
• Evaluate and prioritize technology projects ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Data Analysis and Visualization

Business Strategy development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Cloud Architecture

Cyber Security

Job description

Technology Strategy Sr. Manager

Ford Motor Company | Phoenix, AZ

In this Position

Ford Enterprise Technology seeks an analytical and results‑driven Technology Strategist Senior Manager with a proven track record in technology management, strategy, and operations. The ideal candidate will facilitate collaboration with executive leadership, drive strategic initiatives, and contribute to Ford’s technological advancement. Onsite work of up to three days per week may be required for candidates within commuting distance of a Ford hub location.

What You’ll Do

• Engage with senior technology leaders to provide strategic insights and support informed decision‑making.
• Manage the preparation and delivery of materials for executive governance forums, including developing presentation materials, action item tracking, and outcome reporting.
• Evaluate and prioritize technology projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and fostering a culture of innovation.
• Assess technology problems and craft point‑of‑views to communicate strategic decisions and set enterprise guardrails that enable decision‑making deeper within the organization.
• Proactively identify organizational bottlenecks and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop and implement effective solutions.
• Execute a variety of special project tasks with a focus on detail, confidentiality, and adherence to deadlines.
• Assist in strategic planning efforts, providing thorough analysis and developing quantitative business case models to guide technology investments that align with Ford’s strategic goals.

An Ideal Candidate Will

• A strategic thinker with excellent systems thinking skills and a keen attention to detail.
• Comfortable with ambiguity, capable of creating structure, and driving clarity on complex problems.
• Influential across multiple levels of the organization, able to foster relationships without relying on authority.
• A team player who is adept at building relationships within a large, matrixed environment.
• Passionate about customer experience and committed to driving business outcomes.
• Self‑motivated with a strategic mindset, capable of independent action and decision‑making.

Functional & Technical Knowledge

• Proficiency in Business Strategy and Roadmap development and alignment, Product Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Data Analysis and Visualization, Executive Presentations, and a keen ability to align technology initiatives with business goals and objectives.
• Working knowledge across a variety of technology topics, such as Emerging Technology Trends, IT Infrastructure and Operations, Cloud Architecture, Data and AI, and Cyber Security, to provide thought leadership and make informed technology decisions.

You’ll Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Technology Management, Engineering or a related field, or a combination of education and equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in large IT organizations, business strategy, or management consulting, preferably in the automotive, manufacturing, or technology sectors as well as MBB or Big 4 experience.
• 4+ years of experience successfully developing and implementing technology strategies that drive business growth, including:
• Varied exposure and knowledge across technology disciplines and awareness of emerging trends in the industry.
• Experience in a cross‑functional role that collaborates with a variety of technology functions.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to distill complex information into clear communication and actionable strategies with a focus on business value and outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a matrixed organization and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
• Experience in developing and presenting high‑quality documents and presentations to executive leadership.

Even Better You May Have

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Technology Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Deep knowledge and understanding of current and emerging technology trends, including cloud platforms, AI, and software development methodologies.
• Passion for understanding the how behind technology solutions and emerging technologies.
• Proficiency in developing Board of Directors and C‑Suite level presentations, communications, and speaking points.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp‑up programs, subsidized backup childcare and more.
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases.
• Tuition assistance.
• Established and active employee resource groups.
• Paid time off for individual and team community service.
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

As an established global company, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and a verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.